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Before Operating
Caution
If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone
could accidently start the engine and seriously
injure you or other bystanders.
Remove the key from the ignition before you do
any maintenance.
Checking the Engine Oil
The engine is shipped with oil in the crankcase; however,
the oil level must be checked before and after the engine is
first started.
Crankcase capacity is approximately 8 qt. (7.6 l) with the
filter.
Use high-quality engine oil that meets the following
specifications:
API Classification Level Required: CH–4, CI–4 or
higher.
Preferred oil: SAE 15W–40 (above 0_ F)
Alternate oil: SAE 10W–30 or 5W–30
(all temperatures)
Toro Premium Engine oil is available from your distributor
in either 15W–40 or 10W–30 viscosity. See the parts
catalog for part numbers.
1. Park the machine on a level surface. Unlock the engine
cover latches.
2. Open the engine cover.
3. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, install the dipstick
into the tube, and pull it out again. The oil level should
be up to the FULL mark (Fig. 1).
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Figure 1
1. Dipstick
4. If the oil is below the FULL mark, remove the fill cap
(Fig. 2) and add oil until the level reaches the FULL
mark. Do not overfill.
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1. Oil fill cap
Note: When using different oil, drain all old oil from the
crankcase before adding new oil.
5. Install the oil fill cap and dipstick.
6. Close the engine cover and secure it with the latches.
Checking the Cooling System
Check level of coolant at the beginning of each day.
Capacity of system is 2-3/4 gal. (10.4 l).
1. Carefully remove the radiator cap and expansion tank
cap (Fig. 3).
Caution
If the engine has been running, the pressurized,
hot coolant can escape and cause burns.
• Do not open the radiator cap when the engine is
running.
• Use a rag when opening the radiator cap, and
open the cap slowly to allow steam to escape.
2. Check the coolant level in the radiator. The radiator
should be filled to the top of the filler neck and the
expansion tank filled to the FULL mark.
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Figure 2
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